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  Akhilesh Yadav’s first reaction on new trustees, CEO of Ram Temple Trust: 'Huge responsibility'

  September 02, 2026 19:04 IST

  “There is a challenge before Trust because devotion ranks higher than credibility. BJP dealt a massive blow to devotion. So, it will be a huge responsibility for whoever is appointed," Akhilesh Yadav said.

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  Ram Temple Trust announces new treasurer, general secretary in key reshuffle: Check names

  September 02, 2026 23:41 IST

  Ayodhya Ram Temple Trust has assigned key responsibilities to Mahesh Bhagchandka and Swami Govind Dev Giri following new trustee appointments. Bhagchandka will serve as treasurer, while Swami Govind Dev Giri will be the general secretary of the trust.

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  BJP MLA and former UP minister Anil Sharma passes away, CM Yogi expresses grief

  September 02, 2026 16:08 IST

  Shikarpur MLA Anil Sharma has served as the Minister of State for Forest and Environment in the Uttar Pradesh government from 2017-22.

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  Ram Temple gets 3 new trustees: Mahesh Bhagchandka, Madan Mohan, Nirmala Yadav appointed

  September 02, 2026 15:06 IST

  The three new appointments of trustees to the Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra comes following a key adminstrative meeting which will also decide the CEO of the shrine in Ayodhya.

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  Who will be the Ram Temple CEO? Announcement today as 4 names remain in contention

  September 02, 2026 13:42 IST

  More than 5,500 people applied for the post, with 16 candidates ultimately appearing for interviews. Former IPS officers Rajesh Pandey and Paresh Saxena, along with former IAS officers Dinesh Chandra and Yogeshwar Ram Mishra, are among possible contenders.

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  When will the name of first CEO of Ram Temple come out? Three names shortlisted by selection panel

  September 01, 2026 23:56 IST

  The name of the first CEO of Ram Mandir can be officially announced in the Ram Mandir Trust meeting to be held on Wednesday. According to the information revealed, three names have been shortlisted by the Ram Mandir Selection Committee.

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  Massive blast at firecracker factory in UP's Kaushambi leaves 11 dead, several others injured

  August 31, 2026 23:49 IST

  A massive explosion at a firecracker factory in Kaushambi has killed at least eleven people and injured several others. The factory collapsed completely, while multiple nearby houses were also damaged, as per reports.

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  Ankit Balyan murder case: Accused conducted recce of hotel where YouTuber was staying | Exclusive

  August 31, 2026 12:30 IST

  Sources have told India TV that the two accused, Mohit (22) and Sumit (24), who were shot down by the police earlier in the day, had conducted a recce of the hotel in Uttar Pradesh's Shamli where Haryanvi singer Ankit Balyan was staying.

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  Ankit Balyan murder case: Two accused shot dead by Uttar Pradesh Police near Shamli

  August 31, 2026 11:28 IST

  The two accused, identified as Mohit and Sumit, who were involved in the murder of Haryanvi singer and YouTuber Ankit Balyan, were shot dead by the Uttar Pradesh Police. They were shot dead near Shamli and further probe is on.

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  Greater Noida woman jumps into Hindon river after boyfriend refuses marriage, he dives in too

  August 30, 2026 23:46 IST

  A young woman in Greater Noida jumped into the Hindon river after a dispute with her boyfriend over marriage. He also jumped in trying to save her and was rescued by locals, while police and NDRF teams continued searching for the missing woman.

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  Illegal lawyer chambers face bulldozer action in Lucknow, police on watch

  August 30, 2026 23:47 IST

  A demolition drive targeting illegal lawyer chambers is underway in Lucknow following an Allahabad High Court order. The municipal corporation has deployed bulldozers to remove encroachments, while a large police force remains stationed around the court and registry office area.

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  Chitrakoot on high alert as Mandakini River water level rises, flood-like situation develops

  August 30, 2026 9:48 IST

  Chitrakoot is on high alert after rising Mandakini River water levels caused a flood-like situation around Ram Ghat and Nirmohi Akhada. Drones are monitoring affected areas while NDRF and SDRF teams evacuate stranded people.

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  CM Yogi orders time-bound disposal of 5-year-old revenue cases

  August 29, 2026 21:50 IST

  Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has issued a series of directions covering long-pending revenue cases, public complaints, crime control, festival security and flood relief. Officials have been asked to step up monitoring and ensure time-bound action across these areas.

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  Massive fire breaks out at toy factory in Ghaziabad, 10 fire tenders at spot

  August 29, 2026 20:11 IST

  A massive fire broke out at a toy manufacturing factory in Ghaziabad's Sahibabad industrial area. Ten fire tenders have been deployed at the spot as firefighters continue efforts to bring the blaze under control.

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  In Deoria, CM Yogi targets SP, Cong over 'sick mentality', says UP has earned a respectable identity

  August 29, 2026 12:56 IST

  Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, while addressing a rally in Deoria, has claimed that Uttar Pradesh had become a 'BIMARU' state under Samajwadi Party and Congress governments, but that situation has entirely changed. He also claimed that mafia rule has ended in Uttar Pradesh now.

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  Noida skywalk linking Sector-51, 52 metro stations finally opens after several missed deadlines

  August 29, 2026 12:24 IST

  More than 45,000 commuters used the skywalk on its first day. The 460-metre-long skywalk, equipped with 10 travelators, cost around Rs 33 crore and was opened on a trial basis after facing multiple design changes and missing around 10 construction deadlines.

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  Yogi govt ups the ante amid Nepal floods, sends special SDRF platoon to rescue stranded UP residents

  August 27, 2026 23:45 IST

  Amid devastating floods in Nepal, the Uttar Pradesh government has launched a major rescue effort for residents from the state who may be stranded there. A 32-member SDRF platoon, 22 PAC personnel and rescue boats have been deployed, while a helpline has been issued for families.

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  Lucknow sweets factory raided; 200 kg contaminated sweets destroyed, 180 litres oil seized

  August 27, 2026 18:48 IST

  A food safety team raided an allegedly unlicensed sweets factory in Lucknow's Neeva Qasim Kheda and found severely unhygienic conditions. Around 200 kg of contaminated sweets were destroyed, while 180 litres of refined soybean oil were seized.

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  Air Chief Marshal AP Singh inspires rural youth in Gorakhpur, inaugurates digital library for girls

  August 27, 2026 16:24 IST

  IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh visited Mathabari village in Gorakhpur and inaugurated a digital library for rural girls. He also inspired students to pursue their dreams with discipline, strong values and a commitment to nation-building.

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  Two pilots killed after training aircraft crashes in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur

  August 27, 2026 14:07 IST

  One of the pilots died at the spot, while the second was pulled out of the wreckage in a critical condition and later died at a hospital.

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  Women-centric schemes become new political battleground as CM Yogi and Akhilesh face off in UP

  August 26, 2026 23:16 IST

  Yogi Adityanath and Akhilesh Yadav have locked horns over women-centric schemes and promises in Uttar Pradesh. While CM Yogi has announced free bus travel for women, Akhilesh has promised an annual Rs 40,000 pension, laptops for Class 12 pass girls and a separate ambulance service for women.

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  Haryanvi actor-singer Ankit Balyan shot dead in UP's Shamli; around 15 rounds fired

  August 27, 2026 16:51 IST

  Haryanvi singer and actor Ankit Balyan was shot dead in Shamli on Wednesday evening after attackers reportedly fired nearly 15 rounds. He had established a name for himself in the Haryanvi entertainment industry.

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  Nepal flash flood raises flood risk in UP, Yogi Adityanath orders alert in border districts

  August 26, 2026 23:30 IST

  Nepal flash floods have raised flood concerns in Uttar Pradesh as the government ordered an alert in Maharajganj, Kushinagar and Deoria. NDRF and SSB teams have been deployed for emergency response.

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  Yogi govt to distribute free tablets to 25 lakh youth: Check who is eligible and how to get one

  August 26, 2026 16:32 IST

  The Yogi cabinet decided to provide 2.5 million tablets to youth under the "Swami Vivekananda Youth Empowerment Scheme." This initiative aims to promote digital access and technology-based learning among youth.

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  Uttar Pradesh FSDA cracks down on suspicious food items; fake paneer, khoya destroyed on spot

  August 26, 2026 15:48 IST

  A total of 97 vehicles were inspected during the operation. Irregularities—such as the presence of suspicious, adulterated, or unhygienically transported food items—were detected in 28 of these vehicles.

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  25-year-old PhD student dies after falling from 27th floor in Ghaziabad society

  August 25, 2026 23:29 IST

  His relatives are also unable to determine the cause of death. Currently, the police are proposing to investigate all aspects of the incident.

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  Six-lane Ganga Expressway to be extended to Haridwar, Expansion to cost Rs 10,761 crore

  August 25, 2026 19:04 IST

  Under the leadership of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the UP Cabinet approved the extension of the Ganga Expressway from Meerut to Haridwar, creating direct connectivity between Prayagraj and Haridwar.

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  Yogi govt approves free lifetime bus travel for women aged 60 and above in big decision

  August 25, 2026 23:47 IST

  The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet has approved 24 proposals, including the Lokmata Ahilyabai Matrushakti Yojana for women above 60. Under the scheme, more than one crore women will be eligible for lifelong free travel in all UPSRTC buses.